Hello? Can you speak? the operator asked.
Jaime took a deep breath. Maybe no one could read
thoughts over the telephone.
Yes, he squeaked.
What is the nature of your emergency?
Mommy fell on broken glass. Lots of blood, Jaime
squeaked. Tears were welling up in his eyes.
Can she speak to me?
Not awake.
I have located your address as 571 Crescent Drive
and have alerted an ambulance. Help is on the way,
the operator said. Im transferring you to a nurse
who will ask you some questions. Please stay on the
phone, little girl.